David Von Pein

I've been wanting to collect some "Pop Music" titles on the DVD-Audio format for some time now. But every time I check Amazon.com for new titles, I see the very same 51 Titles that have been listed there since early 2002. (And only 10 "Pop" titles.)

Seems mighty strange to me that the DVD-A industry hasn't accelerated and grown more than it has. It certainly hasn't seen the success of its sister format, DVD-Video.

Any thoughts on the future of DVD-A? Will it fizzle or grow bigger eventually?

I currently have just one DVD-Audio disc, and it is very nice. Great sound, plus some limited video material too.

I'd like to get some others, but the current "proverbial 51" titles I keep seeing don't interest my tastes.

Have ANY new DVD-Audio discs come out recently? And can someone provide a non-Amazon site that sells more than just those 51 discs?

Thanks for any help/info.

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John Kotches

There are a little less than 800 titles available.

Places like Acoustic Sounds and Elusive Disc carry a large number of titles.

For a discounted price, try DVD Planet and DVD Empire.

Cheers,

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Lee Scoggins

Right now it is floundering but I see that it may be able to pick up some momentum if DualDisc is marketed properly. The key is probably twofold: Warner needs to signal their commitment by offering more titles and the major labels need to participate in a big launch event.

So far neither seems to be happening but I guess they could be in the planning stages.

As far as pop goes, if you like Steely Dan then pick up their DVDAs. I especially like Everything Must Go. My friend Steve Guttenberg, the audio critic not the actor , tells me that he likes Tommy on DVDA. I have the SACD only but it is superb as well.

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Seth_L

Both SACD and DVD-A are floundering because there's very little demand for it.

Robert A. Willis Jr.

There is no demand partially because there is very little new music available. Chicken or egg?

Lee Scoggins

Good point. I would also add that audiophile sales for SACD remain incredibly strong. For a niche, one might argue that SACD is doing alright.

no fears alone at night she's sailing through the crowd
in her ears the phones are tight and the music's playing loud
~skateaway

David Von Pein

Thanks for the quick replies.

Wow! DVD Empire has a whopping nine Pop Music DVD-A titles on its site!

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AricB

what type of music do you like and what disc do you have? there was a thread last week where someone asked for suggestions, I'd look through that or I can make some suggestions based on what you like?

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Robert A. Willis Jr.

Try Acoustic Sounds or Music Direct. They have the most complete list of SACD and DVD-A's that I have found.